Title: Human Resources Analyst

State Role Title: HR Analyst I

Hiring Range: Commensurate with experience

Pay Band: 4

Agency: The Science Museum of Virginia

Location: Broad Street Station

Agency Website: https://smv.org/

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

You can call it Human Capital Management, Talent Management or Employee Experience. Facebook even called it People@. But at the Science Museum of Virginia, we’re pretty happy with Human Resources because it’s straightforward and simple. It’s about people (humans) and making sure they have the resources they need to perform their jobs and be fulfilled in what they do.
And we’re looking for a talented professional to support our HR team to make sure our people are properly resourced. See what we did there?
The Human Resources Analyst will handle the onboarding process for new employees, process employee transactions, and serve as the agency’s payroll coordinator and subject matter expert (SME) on HRIS such as Cardinal, PageUp, COVLC, SignNOW, etc. Reporting to the Human Resources Manager, this position will respond to and resolve issues ranging from simple to moderate complexity before escalating more complex matters to senior members in HR. The ideal candidate will be able to successfully strike the balance between strategic and operational HR excellence while being able to convey the “why behind the how.”
Benefits
The position offers a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, FSA, HRA, HSA, life insurance, 457 and pension plan, short and long-term disability and employee assistance program. The Science Museum has a generous paid time off policy, including vacation leave, four days family & personal leave, eight sick days per year and 13 paid holidays.

Minimum Qualifications

The successful candidate will have:
● Considerable knowledge and/or experience with HR principles and practices, Commonwealth of Virginia human resource policies/procedures, and applicable State and Federal laws is preferred.
● Considerable knowledge of the Commonwealth of Virginia payroll and leave policies and procedures within the Cardinal CAPP Manual and Time, Attendance and Leave Manual.
● Extensive knowledge of Cardinal HCM HR, TA, absence management, benefits, and payroll systems.
● Strong working knowledge of personal computer operations and working knowledge of Google Suite
products and PageUp is a plus.
● Exceptional organizational skills, ability to meet deadlines, and handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced work environment.
● Excellent written and oral communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively and tactfully with all levels of Science Museum staff.
● Ability to use database software to compile, manage, and report workforce planning and development data.
● Demonstrated ability to analyze data and reach conclusions, which are logical and legally supportable.
● Ability to follow guidelines, established procedures, and administrative policies.
● Ability to interpret policies and procedures.
● Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
● Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information appropriately and with discretion.
● Problem resolution skills and the ability to collaborate with others.
● Demonstrated abilities to professionally and effectively deal with a broad spectrum of people representing
citizens, government and the private sector both in person and by telephone.
● Proven ability to work both independently and as part of a team, complete tasks without immediate supervision, work with senior leaders to accomplish goals with the ability to lead and train.
● Establish and follow logical priorities of tasks and collect, assemble and process information.

Additional Considerations

● Considerable experience in the human resource field and/or proven experience in a similar role.
● Considerable experience with processing payroll and benefits coordination.
● Experience with Cardinal, Google Suite, and database management
● SHRM-CP or PHR certification is a plus.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

The selected candidate must pass a criminal background check.
The Science Museum of Virginia will accept ONLY online applications for all Science Museum employment opportunities. Mailed, emailed, faxed, or hand delivered applications and resumes will not be accepted. The decision to interview an applicant is based on the information provided on the application; therefore, it is essential to provide detailed information. Submitting an application lacking in detail, may impact your interview eligibility. This website will provide a confirmation of receipt when the application is submitted for consideration. Please refer to “Your Application” in your Page Up account to check the status for this position. Computers are available for applying for jobs in public libraries and the Virginia Employment Commission offices. Science Museum HR will provide, if requested, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of accommodation in order to provide access to the application and/or interview process. If any assistance is needed when applying online, please contact Museum Human Resources at 804-864-1477.
The Science Museum seeks motivated people of all backgrounds. We value diversity of cultures, races and ethnicities, gender expressions, and abilities.
EEO/AA
Notice: Science Museum HR will record information from each new employee’s Form I-9 (Employment Eligibility Verification) into the Federal E-Verify system to confirm identity and work authorization.

Contact Information

Name: Jennifer Grant

Phone: 804-864-1470

Email: jgrant@smv.org

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.